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Here[a], furthermore, it is sought in[b] stewards that one be found faithful[c]. Now to me, it is a very small thing that I should be examined[d] by you, or by a human day of judgment. But I do not even examine myself ! For I am conscious of nothing against myself, but I have not been declared-right[e] by this, but the One examining me is the Lord.

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  1. 1 Corinthians 4:2 That is, on earth; or, in this matter.
  2. 1 Corinthians 4:2 That is, in the case of.
  3. 1 Corinthians 4:2 Or, trustworthy, dependable.
  4. 1 Corinthians 4:3 That is, as to his faithfulness, his execution of his stewardship.
  5. 1 Corinthians 4:4 That is, before God. Or, vindicated.

Now it is required that those who have been given a trust must prove faithful. I care very little if I am judged by you or by any human court; indeed, I do not even judge myself. My conscience(A) is clear, but that does not make me innocent.(B) It is the Lord who judges me.(C)

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